I have difficulty with very simple math problems aswell as complex math problems. It takes a few moments for me to read the time. Even counting loose change in a shop can be a battle.
2006-12-01 16:41:58 · 20 answers · asked by rightyoungone 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Not that there is anything to feel bad about if I was, however I am not, implying that I am retarded.
2006-12-01 16:51:27 · update #1
OK, there can be three aspects to this. Firstly, people who aren't good at math often lack confidence in this area. So when presented with even a simple problem their brains go into panic mode ('argh! I can't do this!!!')
You may just not have good numeric 'ability'. There are thought to be (at least) three 'types' of intelligence - linguistic, numeric and spatial. Everyone has a different mix of the three. Maybe you are just weak on the numeric, in which case you may well be stronger in one or both the others.
In both cases, practise will help. It will aid your confidence in handling numbers under pressure and exercise whatever ability you have.
Finally, you can indeed have something called dyscalculia which is the number equivalent of dyslexia. In this case it may be difficult to make real progress without more professional help.
The two links will tell you a bit more. Hope that helps and good luck!
2006-12-02 00:03:48 · answer #1 · answered by Nobody 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe your brain does not see maths as being that relevant and so you don't take the time to think it through. It's not something that just comes to you, it is a process the requires work.
If you want to improve try simple exercises like suduku.
My math improved after a spell working for a bank.
2006-12-01 16:50:56 · answer #2 · answered by BravoWon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is kind of funny because I was thinking about this the other day. I'm a junior in college and a physics major who has taken quite a bit of math but if somebody asked me like "what is 27+69", it would take me a little bit to answer. I guess I just like to write things out instead of just do it in my head. Maybe that your prob? I do have a friend who's mom had to quit her job (she worked a cash register) because she was having a hard time giving correct change and stuff like that though.
2006-12-01 16:48:12 · answer #3 · answered by kdesky3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many people have difficulty with math. Don't worry about it. If you want to feel more secure, go to a bookstore and buy a math book that has beginning math problems you can work on at home.
2006-12-01 16:46:23 · answer #4 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was a Teaching Assistant who had to teach Basic Math to college kids. Most of the kids could do the math, but not within the time allotted for a test. I taught them simple ways to check their answers and gave them confidence in breaking down a problem so that they can solve it in their own way. Most colleges have TA's that will help you for free.
2006-12-01 17:55:59 · answer #5 · answered by Steve R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People are different. I was horrible at math in High school, i hated it, and i hardly participated. i have been out of that for about 3 yrs, and i am now in college, i took a test and it placed me at Elementary Alg. which is like Algebra 2 in high school, but at a slower, more understandable pace, i am in the top 10 in my class.
Do you have a big class? that was my prob. in high school, and the beg. of this semester...
will your teacher work with you personally?
how much time are you giving to it?
math, i have found, is just as much memorization as other subjects like history.
Do you depend on a calculator? this is a biggie that with some practice, you will be able to do simple math problems in your head...work them out, and practice...you'll be fine with practice ;)
2006-12-01 16:55:08 · answer #6 · answered by seenyor bob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you are dyslexic with numbers only as someone already suggested. I drove teachers and my mom nuts for years because I couldn't understand math no matter how hard I tried. Cruelly enough I was not diagnosed with dyscalculia until the last semester of my senior year in high school.
2006-12-01 17:54:15 · answer #7 · answered by FX_Make-upArtist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it takes a few seconds for me to read the clock too, but I do simple math in my head. It's easier than you think.
What is twelve and (+) twelve? You know that two tens equal (=) twenty
And two twos (2+2) equal four ... your answer is twenty four (24).
It is easy, just break it down to the simple parts and do it one step at a time.
You don't need to be poor at math.
With love and (I hope) understanding.
Good luck;
Jonnie
2006-12-01 17:06:07 · answer #8 · answered by Jonnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make maths your ability by practising and asking questions. no remember how stupid you would seem, do no longer be afraid to ask questions. Heed the words of an previous guy. reliable luck.
2016-11-30 01:09:47 · answer #9 · answered by kobielnik 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for some people it takes a lot more for them to learn things. i have a friend who is just smart and knows a lot without really trying. so for you, you need to just practice a bit more so you can get the hang of it. find some tutors or even get your parents help. don't worry if you practice and try hard enough you'll get it sonner than last. i myself am kinda a high average so there are still a lot of stuff that's hard for me to get. (trigonometry)
2006-12-01 16:51:15 · answer #10 · answered by Shookoolate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋